Expectations — endured and then embraced — no longer weigh on Anoka wrestler Eli Paulson

The Anoka junior, son of Olympic medalist Brandon Paulson and grandson of Hall of Fame coach Doug Paulson, overcame youthful disinterest to make a name for himself.

January 19, 2022 at 8:25PM
Junior Eli Paulson stands with his grandfather Doug, right, and father Brandon Monday, Jan. 17, 2022 at Anoka High School. ] AARON LAVINSKY • aaron.lavinsky@startribune.com
Anoka junior wrestler Eli Paulson, with father Brandon (right) and Papa Doug, Eli’s grandfather. (Aaron Lavinsky, Star Tribune/The Minnesota Star Tribune)
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